Erin Symons
Warrnambool,VIC
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with extensive experience at Aberlea Aged Care Home, skilled in monitoring vital signs and ensuring patient safety. Known for enhancing clients' well-being and independence through effective communication and meticulous care in organized environments. Proven ability to deliver exceptional support under high-pressure situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Aberlea Aged care home
Ellerslie, Victoria
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Personal Care Assistant
Mercy Aged care home
Warrnambool, Victoria
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Education
CERTIFICATE III in Home And Community Care/ Aged C - Aged care
St Laurence
Warrnambool, VIC12-2015
Diploma of Beauty Therapy - Beauty
South West Institute of TAFE
VIC12-2010
High School Diploma -
South West Institute of TAFE
VIC11-2007
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Record keeping
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Safe lifting techniques
- Mobility support
- Compassionate care
- Communication skills
- Environment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Feeding support
- Patient lifting techniques
- Direct patient care
- Fall prevention
- Adaptable under pressure
- Compassionate caregiving
- Strong ethics
- Problem-solving
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Aberlea Aged care home
03.2018 - 03.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Mercy Aged care home
03.2016 - 03.2018
CERTIFICATE III in Home And Community Care/ Aged C - Aged care
St Laurence
Diploma of Beauty Therapy - Beauty
South West Institute of TAFE
High School Diploma -
South West Institute of TAFE
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